Cloud Printing : the Essential Trends to Follow in 2026
Cloud printing marks a major evolution in the way companies manage their printing environments.
There was a time, not so long ago, when every office printer had its own cable, its own driver and, let’s be honest… Its own personality.
One day it printed enthusiastically; the next day it decided to “take a break.”
Meanwhile, IT teams were juggling servers, updates and support tickets to solve what seemed like a simple task: printing a document.
Fortunately, the world of printing has begun a silent revolution.
Once dependent on local servers, print management is now rising into the cloud.
But this transition, as promising as it is, still raises important questions: how can simplicity, security and sovereignty be reconciled ?
Three major trends are emerging, shaping the contours of the new age of cloud printing.
A Growing Adoption of Cloud Printing
In 2026, this trend will accelerate even further, driven by hybrid work and companies’ desire to simplify their IT. Print cloud is no longer an experiment, it has become a key component of their digital strategy.
The reason the cloud is so attractive is that it fulfills a long-standing dream for IT departments: simplifying daily operations, gaining flexibility, and saving time on tasks that are often highly time-consuming.
Gone are the days of maintaining print servers or updating drivers on every workstation.
Beyond the convenience, cloud printing is also a direct response to modern work environments: mobility, remote collaboration and hybrid offices.
The cloud naturally supports this transformation.
Security and Data Sovereignty
According to a study conducted by quocirca 70% of SMEs have experienced a data breach related to printing over the past 12 months.
This figure highlights an established reality: the printer is no longer just a simple peripheral device, but a network entry point comparable to a workstation.
It’s not just about moving data into the cloud, but doing so with full confidence.
End-to-end encryption, European hosting, GDPR compliance, and reinforced authentication: security is now at the core of every strategy.
As often in IT, the question is not “should we trust the cloud ?” but rather “how can we trust it intelligently?”
The Hybrid Model : A Preferred Choice
Between 100% on-premise and full cloud, most organizations have found their sweet spot: the hybrid model.
According to the cannata report, 75% of businesses have already adopted this approach, combining the best of both worlds.
This model offers a smooth transition: maintaining full control over critical components while benefiting from the flexibility of the cloud.
It’s a bit like keeping your main home while enjoying a fully connected secondary residence : freedom without giving up stability.
For IT leaders, it’s the assurance of evolving at their own pace, without disruption, while preparing for the future.
Gespage Stratus: Driving the Shift to Cloud-Based Printing
In this new digital landscape, Gespage Stratus represents the next generation of cloud print management.
Combining the reliability of Gespage with the lightness of a cloud-optimized architecture, Gespage Stratus meets modern needs: advanced print service management, secure data protection and significantly reduced IT workload.
Key benefits include :
- Simple to use, with server-less deployment
- Maximum security and full GDPR compliance
- Reduced IT workload with centralized, easier administration
The goal is clear: to make printing effortless, with the same fluidity as any modern cloud servic
Conclusion: Balancing Trust and Innovation
Cloud printing is not a passing trend.
It is a natural evolution driven by the pursuit of efficiency and confidence.
Companies are moving forward pragmatically: adopting cloud where it simplifies, securing where protection is needed, and choosing hybrid models where flexibility becomes a strategic advantage.
With solutions like Gespage Stratus, this transition becomes not only possible but smooth, secure and sustainable.
The cloud is no longer a distant promise: it is now a practical, everyday ally.
And let’s be honest… Who would have thought printing could become this modern ? 😄
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